Yucca grandiflora

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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

An tree-like yucca grows to 20' tall with few branches. Leaves are thick dark green and 3' long. Flower spikes with creamy white flowers are up to 3' tall. Prefers full sun and well drained soil. The fruit is large and edible Native in the mountains of Sonora.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Green, Purple

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.